Men, Avoid These Gym Wear Faux Pars

Gyms are unique places. For those new to the gym lifestyle, it can take some getting used to. Gyms are excellent places to meet people and if the correct etiquette is followed, you can make a great first impression. However, there are some issues when going to the gym that can arise, so men, please avoid these gym faux pars if you want to make a good impression on others at your gym.

Wear the Right Gym Clothes

You are not going to get a quality workout in your everyday street clothes. General clothing is designed to cover your body, but offers little when it comes to contending with sweaty conditions during a workout. The key ingredient in quality workout clothes is moisture wicking. You want your clothes to not absorb sweat, but pull it away from your body. Lycra and polyester blend materials perform best during an intense workout.

There is a vast range of fabrics available when choosing the right men’s gym clothing. The benefits of moisture wicking fabrics is not merely limited to their ability keep sweat away from the body, but the fact that these materials are designed to last longer and keep you more comfortable throughout your workout. Additionally, these fabrics dry faster than general cotton blends, so there are a considerable number of benefits to their performance. Plus, you will look really cool in the right clothes.

Make Sure Your Clothes Fit

There is a common misconception among novice gym enthusiasts, especially men. They believe that the larger the clothing, the bigger and bulkier they will look. In actuality, you will just look like a child that stole their parent’s clothes for dress up. Be true to your size in the gym. You are not going to look any better in larger clothing. Also purchasing clothes that are too small is not a good idea either as they will be constricting and prone to tear while working out. You do not want to be the guy that busts his pants lifting weights because the clothes are too tight. Buy gym clothes that fit. If you are of a medium build, buy medium clothing. You will bulk up and be able to wear larger clothes and look great in them later.

Calm Down on the Cologne Use and Fragrances at the Gym

A gym is supposed to smell like a gym. People who work out can build up an odor as well. It is natural. As long as you take a shower post workout and change out your clothes, you need not worry about having an excessive odor. Some men make the mistake of overdoing it in the cologne or fragrance department. They will spray cologne following their workout to ward off any bad smells, but they often leave the locker room in a haze of overindulgent spray and not everyone likes the same scent.

In an enclosed environment such as a locker room, cologne has nowhere to go. It lingers in the air and when mixed with body odor and sweat from everyone else, it is not going to be an inviting area to be in. Instead, simply wash your clothes and shower after your workout. That’s really all it takes. Remember, you are in a gym, not a night club.

Wear the Right Shoes

Shoes are an essential piece of any set of workout clothes. They allow you to run and move as you should while keeping your feet safe when using the equipment. Unfortunately, a big problem among men in the gym is a complete misunderstanding of the safety concept of shoes. Too many men make the mistake of using flip flops instead of actual athletic shoes. Flip flops are fine for the beach or walking around your house, but certainly not an option for the gym.

The problem with flip flops is that they do not support your body as well as gym approved shoes do. They are also unstable and can slip easily while running on the equipment. Flip flops in the gym are going to cause an accident, so do not be the guy wearing them. Stick to real sneakers. You will be safer and far more comfortable.

Leave Your Bling At Home

I will make this short. You are not Mr. T. Working out with big chains and jewelry is not going to help you out one bit. Not only will you look foolish, but you can actually damage the jewelry while wearing it and working out. One accessory such as a wedding ring, is fine, but the rest should stay home.

Your gym experience can be amazing if you allow it to be. Even if you are new to the gym scene, you can look like a pro by following these tips. Take a look at yourself before going to the gym. Are you in danger of falling into any of these faux pars? If so, please do yourself and everyone else in the gym a favor and fix the problem before going into the gym.